When you purchase a sofa, you want the most comfortable one you can find for your money. A comfortable sofa allows you to spend many hours relaxing with your family. Look for a sofa that suits your lifestyle as well as your interior décor. Pick a sofa appropriately sized for your living space, so you can enjoy its comfort without bumping into bulky seating as you pass by.

Try out any features offered on a sofa before you buy it. Engage the recliner; the mechanism that raises the legs and allows you to recline should operate smoothly and easily. The footrest should allow the seat to go back into the upright position easily and effortlessly. Check out the chaise seat as well, if the sofa has one. Put your feet up and see if the seat is comfortable. Flip down any consoles and armrests to see if they are at a comfortable level.